Comparison

Cross Stitch vs MyPatterns

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Cross Stitch

Transform any image into a cross stitch pattern, customize it with various settings, and track your progress. This app also includes tools to convert floss colors and calculate thread quantities, making your embroidery hobby more convenient.

Highlights
  • Create patterns from photos
  • Edit pattern colors and pixel size
  • Adjustable grid and color highlighting
  • Progress tracking highlighter
  • Floss color converter
  • Floss quantity calculator
  • Save patterns as PDF
Features
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Turn your device into a cross stitch pattern maker. Create your own patterns from any picture and enjoy your hobby with Cross Stitch Embroidery: Hobby. PATTERN DESIGN IN A FEW STEPS: - upload an image from your device and it will be converted in the stitch pattern format - edit the pattern according to the number of colors and the pixels size - choose the art canvas and a threads manufacturer - save a pattern in PDF PATTERN DESIGN SETTING - adjust/hide the grid - highlight the necessary colors PROGRESS TRACKING Mark your progress using the highlighter FLOSS CONVERTER Use the thread converter that allows you to find corresponding color numbers from other manufacturers (DMC, Gamma, Madeira, Anchor, Dimensions, Dome, Bucilla, J&P Coats, BELKA and PNK im. Kirova) FLOSS CALCULATOR It will help determine how many flosses you need for a particular pattern YOUR OWN MASTERPIECE Make collages before and after to estimate the result and share your artworks via social networks The app is supported on the iPhone 5S and later having iOS 11. Certain features might require a subscription to access. The FREE version offers a restricted number of embroidery designs, including 2 patterns derived from photos. SUBSCRIPTION gives you access to an unlimited array of embroidery designs and photo-derived patterns. Additionally, it allows you to partake in a competition for the best embroidery. https://peakygroup.com/privacy https://peakygroup.com/tos

About

MyPatterns

Access a vast library of embroidery patterns across diverse categories. Customize designs with intuitive mobile tools and monitor your machine's progress remotely via Wi-Fi. Import and edit existing files with a range of creative functionalities.

Highlights
  • Extensive pattern library
  • Mobile pattern customization
  • Wi-Fi machine monitoring
  • Import and edit embroidery files
  • Thread color adjustment
  • Pattern rotation
Features
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[Abundant Embroidery Patterns] Plant / People / Totem / Sport / Festival .....We provides various embroidery patterns for different categories. People can find what they want and enjoy the lovely designs. [Friendly UI] Forget about the small and unclear screen on your machine. Now you can use your mobile device (cellphone/pads) to create your own patterns with more flexibility. We also provides basic tools for users to customize the patterns for their own demands. [Wi-Fi support] With Wi-Fi connection, you can monitor the current embroidering progress without keeping sitting in front of your machine. It notifies the users the remaining time for embroidering and the current status. [Editing Tools] MyPatterns provides a series of tools to allow users to import other embroidery files, change the thread color, rotate the patterns without limitation and a lot more.

Screenshots

Cross Stitch4 screens
MyPatterns4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MyPatterns at none against Cross Stitch's 10. MyPatterns also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). Cross Stitch's advantage is rating (3.7 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (95 vs 3). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Cross Stitch sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. MyPatterns asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cross Stitch holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cross Stitch has 95 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Cross Stitch's written reviews are positive against 0% of MyPatterns's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cross Stitch ships an update every 5 weeks, MyPatterns every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Cross Stitch versus MyPatterns: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCross StitchMyPatterns
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (95 ratings) — better3.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews17.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings95 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB128 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPeaky GroupRaygain International Inc.

Customer experience

Cross Stitch

All ratings95 ratings
Positive63.2%
Neutral7.4%
Negative29.5%
Written reviews185 reviews
Positive17.3%
Neutral14.1%
Negative68.6%

MyPatterns

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Cross Stitch

Reported bugs

16 issues
  • App crashes when loading or processing patterns
  • Progress marks disappear when app reopens
  • Print grid misaligned with pattern symbols
  • Pattern symbols not visible on dark colored stitches
  • App freezes during pattern generation
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  • Pattern data lost after updates
  • Cannot upload images - app crashes
  • Grid not properly applied in print view
  • App becomes unresponsive with large patterns
  • Subscription charges without clear confirmation
  • Unable to cancel subscription from app
  • Pattern generation fails with certain images
  • Internet connection errors despite active connection
  • Works in progress reset to 0% unexpectedly
  • Symbols appear blurred or unreadable
  • Color selection inconsistent between app views

Requested features

12 requests
  • Ability to customize canvas/pattern size
  • Support for additional thread manufacturers (Olympus, Cosmo)
  • Higher Aida count options (26, 32)
  • Pattern editing capabilities
  • Ability to create multiple projects simultaneously
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  • Cross-device synchronization (iPhone to iPad)
  • Automatic progress saving
  • Confirmation dialog before resetting progress
  • Better color selection and customization
  • Preview of stitched pattern before creation
  • Bulk color deselection feature
  • Clearer subscription cancellation instructions

MyPatterns

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Cross Stitch

Subscriptions8
  • Cross-stitch: Creative artwork$6.997 Days
  • PREMIUM PACK - 1 Month Sale1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • PREMIUM PACK - 6 Months3 Days trial$17.996 Months
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  • PREMIUM Pack - 1 Month$19.991 Month
  • 2 Month Subscription3 Days trial$23.992 Months
  • Cross-Stitch: VIP subscription3 Days trial$29.996 Months
  • Cross-stitch: Creative artwork3 Days trial$29.993 Months
  • Embroidery: own patterns7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Mega Pack$6.99
  • Full Pack$26.99
None

MyPatterns

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cross Stitch free?
Cross Stitch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MyPatterns free?
MyPatterns is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Cross Stitch or MyPatterns?
Cross Stitch is rated higher. Cross Stitch averages 3.7 out of 5 from 95 ratings, while MyPatterns averages 3.3 from 3 ratings.
Do Cross Stitch or MyPatterns have ads?
Cross Stitch shows ads; MyPatterns does not.
Which is updated more often, Cross Stitch or MyPatterns?
Cross Stitch ships an update every 5 weeks, and MyPatterns every 4 months. Most recently, Cross Stitch was updated on November 6, 2026 and MyPatterns on November 2, 2026.

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